Food and Drink #45

[StewPots]

Random.question but how are the cats with the snake? (Never intending to get a snake but..) I can imagine mine would be constantly glued to the aquarium for the movements!

Haha that’s ok - always ready to answer reptile questions!

We have another larger snake ( a Ball Python - my partners so came with him when he moved in here ) and basically it’s all down to safe and careful precautions.

The cats are never in the same room as him when he’s out, and he lives in a very large locked vivarium in the lounge. To be honest, they watched him when he first came here, but after a few weeks they weren’t arsed and it’s been 3 years nearly.

So my snake ( a very young and small Cornsnake ) isn’t really of interest. When her new viv was built they sat on top of it and looked through the glass underneath but yeah…that lasted about a day and they couldn’t care less. But same rules apply - I don’t get her out when the cats are in the same room. Although that’s for her safety this time, as opposed to the cat’s safety with the ball python. He’s not that big, and unlikely to see a large cat as prey, but you never ever know, so best to be safe and never have to find out.

She will never be big enough to harm the cats, but they will always be big enough to harm her. So yeah - that’s it really.

We have all sorts here - tropical fish, tarantulas, a bearded dragon, chameleon ( spiders and the lizards were rescues - partner is a reptile specialist and volunteers at the reptile section in our local zoo. Sadly no full time positions there so he works full time elsewhere ) and to be honest if you know what you’re doing it’s totally fine. Common sense, respect for the animals and safety first and it’ll see you right.

Rosa Diaz is my second snake - my other one was Brandi who was a Californian King Snake who lived to 15 but died 5/6 years ago. She was an amazing snake, easy to handle, feed etc. Rosa is just like her in temperament but instead of being black and yellow she’s pink and very pale pink

 

[CabalofBolorneaise]

Haha that’s ok - always ready to answer reptile questions!

We have another larger snake ( a Ball Python - my partners so came with him when he moved in here ) and basically it’s all down to safe and careful precautions.

The cats are never in the same room as him when he’s out, and he lives in a very large locked vivarium in the lounge. To be honest, they watched him when he first came here, but after a few weeks they weren’t arsed and it’s been 3 years nearly.

So my snake ( a very young and small Cornsnake ) isn’t really of interest. When her new viv was built they sat on top of it and looked through the glass underneath but yeah…that lasted about a day and they couldn’t care less. But same rules apply - I don’t get her out when the cats are in the same room. Although that’s for her safety this time, as opposed to the cat’s safety with the ball python. He’s not that big, and unlikely to see a large cat as prey, but you never ever know, so best to be safe and never have to find out.

She will never be big enough to harm the cats, but they will always be big enough to harm her. So yeah - that’s it really.

We have all sorts here - tropical fish, tarantulas, a bearded dragon, chameleon ( spiders and the lizards were rescues - partner is a reptile specialist and volunteers at the reptile section in our local zoo. Sadly no full time positions there so he works full time elsewhere ) and to be honest if you know what you’re doing it’s totally fine. Common sense, respect for the animals and safety first and it’ll see you right.

Rosa Diaz is my second snake - my other one was Brandi who was a Californian King Snake who lived to 15 but died 5/6 years ago. She was an amazing snake, easy to handle, feed etc. Rosa is just like her in temperament but instead of being black and yellow she’s pink and very pale pink

If it’s not too could we see Rosa Diaz? Maybe behind a spoiler for anyone afraid of danger noodle pals

 

[Traazers]

These people are just unreal with their grimness. And it’s like their need to be “right” at all costs…madness! But yes you’re totally right in that breaks are a must if needs be.

In more cheerful news, I am currently surrounded by my cats on the bed and my snake Rosa is exploring her new tank ( old one was just a stop-gap until her new one was built by my amazing partner )…another water bowl in another hall….
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Sending a virtual hug to you @Traazers

Also, I bleeping LOVE Primula and I have seen this on their packets before. Not sure if they do it all the time though - I don’t often look at the packaging too much other than to get the foil off before squeezing it like hell onto a cracker

Also also - your nails look really good

I absolutely bloody love it. Trying this one shortly.

Thank you! I do them myself. helps a lot with anxiety.

Edit to add nails

 

[mchops]

I DEMAND SNEK PICTURES ASP A

 

[Traazers]

primula mature review: not great. it doesnt have the smooth texture I love primula for, it's more like the texture of the cathedral city mature (not even as smooth as this). also doesn't taste particularly any stronger than normal.

 

[mchops]

primula mature review: not great. it doesnt have the smooth texture I love primula for, it's more like the texture of the cathedral city mature (not even as smooth as this). also doesn't taste particularly any stronger than normal.

But the list of different charities you've just helped is to be commended.
Still feeling bad for slagging primula off the other month

 

[becca7721]

So, after managing to do a short letter and put something outside for landlord at 5am they didn’t turn up, Ive been with thr stuff all day as so distressed about it. They've been contacting people they know I know to find out why they aren’t doing more to help me (these people knowing NOTHING of this issue), demanding calls from them, consequently pissing everyone off as they now think I’m blaming them. I’ve had dozens of texts from very angry people all day.

I’ve no words. But thought I’d let you lovely folks know.

Again sorry for not spoilering this!

 

[emm]

Haha that’s ok - always ready to answer reptile questions!

We have another larger snake ( a Ball Python - my partners so came with him when he moved in here ) and basically it’s all down to safe and careful precautions.

The cats are never in the same room as him when he’s out, and he lives in a very large locked vivarium in the lounge. To be honest, they watched him when he first came here, but after a few weeks they weren’t arsed and it’s been 3 years nearly.

So my snake ( a very young and small Cornsnake ) isn’t really of interest. When her new viv was built they sat on top of it and looked through the glass underneath but yeah…that lasted about a day and they couldn’t care less. But same rules apply - I don’t get her out when the cats are in the same room. Although that’s for her safety this time, as opposed to the cat’s safety with the ball python. He’s not that big, and unlikely to see a large cat as prey, but you never ever know, so best to be safe and never have to find out.

She will never be big enough to harm the cats, but they will always be big enough to harm her. So yeah - that’s it really.

We have all sorts here - tropical fish, tarantulas, a bearded dragon, chameleon ( spiders and the lizards were rescues - partner is a reptile specialist and volunteers at the reptile section in our local zoo. Sadly no full time positions there so he works full time elsewhere ) and to be honest if you know what you’re doing it’s totally fine. Common sense, respect for the animals and safety first and it’ll see you right.

Rosa Diaz is my second snake - my other one was Brandi who was a Californian King Snake who lived to 15 but died 5/6 years ago. She was an amazing snake, easy to handle, feed etc. Rosa is just like her in temperament but instead of being black and yellow she’s pink and very pale pink

Wow! Tbh having seen videos of cats chasing off bears I think I'd be more worried for the snKes than the cats

Have you ever tired to introduce the cats and the snakes? I almost get rhe impression they'd be like cTs and foxes, mutual respect

 

[griftalo]

primula mature review: not great. it doesnt have the smooth texture I love primula for, it's more like the texture of the cathedral city mature (not even as smooth as this). also doesn't taste particularly any stronger than normal.

They’re generally expensive - I treated myself for my birthday - but try apericube if you get the chance, French online shops have them, and they’re small cubes of cheese spread in loads of various flavours. The goat one is good, and also there’s a garlic herb one that tastes like Boursin, the three cheese is nice and there’s a roast chicken flavour I liked too, also the ham one. The green olive is probably the one I wouldn’t recommend and salmon was disappointing.
They’re all smooth like dairylea texture as well.

 

[Hollaaa]

The spreadable St Agur you get in Tesco is addictive and none of you should try it.

 

[Captainmouse]

Going back to the sneks, do you find the cats sleep on the tanks? (for the heat)

 

[HotesTilaire]

Do you find your sneks move fast if you butter them?

 

[Traazers]

The spreadable St Agur you get in Tesco is addictive and none of you should try it.

Yes I LOVE this
I dip pizza crusts in this and the Sauce Shop buffalo sauce. Soooo good

They’re generally expensive - I treated myself for my birthday - but try apericube if you get the chance, French online shops have them, and they’re small cubes of cheese spread in loads of various flavours. The goat one is good, and also there’s a garlic herb one that tastes like Boursin, the three cheese is nice and there’s a roast chicken flavour I liked too, also the ham one. The green olive is probably the one I wouldn’t recommend and salmon was disappointing.
They’re all smooth like dairylea texture as well.

Oooh these sound lovely, thank you for the recommendation!

 

[becca7721]

The spreadable St Agur you get in Tesco is addictive and none of you should try it.

That won’t work. I tried it after finding fried mac and cheese balls locally.
Out of stock since.
I know, KNOW it was from me mentioning it here and people invading and stealing them!!!


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Side note. When I tried to access the site I got a blue screen saying it was checking I’m human, I’d take a few seconds.

Five minutes later it was still checking. I’m not saying in human or anything, or I already knew about Susan being catnapped and returned (I’m NOT returning Pooh if he gets in the beam up ray next time) but it struck me as odd. Not much does so thought I’d mention it.

As you were..

 

[StewPots]

Going back to the sneks, do you find the cats sleep on the tanks? (for the heat)

Yes! The tabby has, but only for 3 nights because that’s her weird rule she has in her tiny, stripey head.

Will find some really good pics of Rosa Diaz ( hard to photograph as she’s tiny and rapid )and yes, they will be behind a spoiler

Ok found some images and I think I’ve done it right - my biggest apologies if it’s not and I’ll get the mods to sort it!

Spoiler: Danger Noodle / Snek /Snake pics

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ETA - thank duck that worked I was literally sweating waiting to see if it posted ok!!!

 

[griftalo]

Yes! The tabby has, but only for 3 nights because that’s her weird rule she has in her tiny, stripey head.

Will find some really good pics of Rosa Diaz ( hard to photograph as she’s tiny and rapid )and yes, they will be behind a spoiler

Ok found some images and I think I’ve done it right - my biggest apologies if it’s not and I’ll get the mods to sort it!

Spoiler: Danger Noodle / Snek /Snake pics

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I’m not a snake fan but so cute

 

[StewPots]

I’m not a snake fan but so cute

Thank you she really is! She’s used to handling already but she likes me best out of the 4 of us. She’s super quick but she slows down a bit with me
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Wow! Tbh having seen videos of cats chasing off bears I think I'd be more worried for the snKes than the cats

Have you ever tired to introduce the cats and the snakes? I almost get rhe impression they'd be like cTs and foxes, mutual respect

I’ve got an image of London street cats and foxes bumping fists and talking like road men to each other for some reason after reading that

No I wouldn’t, just because of the size difference or the danger for both animals. They would kill Rosa on sight - both cats ( even the 3 legged one ) can dig up and kill large worms and even slow worms so I wouldn’t ever trust them with Rosa, even with quick reactions ( which I don’t have anymore )

As for the python…he’s a constrictor, plus the fact he’s never been near a cat in real life, I just wouldn’t chance it. If he strikes and gets the squeeze on them that’s it - that first squeeze is the one aimed to do the most damage to something internally. And we wouldn’t be able to react quick enough if something went wrong. Even the quickest human reacting is nothing compared to snakes or cats.

Maybe it’s been done but I’ve never seen or heard of it. It’s possible but I dunno, for snakes it’s just not in their nature the majority of the time to be even with their own species let alone another. Apart from us of course.

 

[HotesTilaire]

Urgh I hate the blue screen of doom, then I got kicked out. Updates used to be around 4-5am (which was when my insomnia was bad, so it really bugged me) these days I just feel like we’ve been taken down by fourchan

 

[MaineCoonMama]

Yes! The tabby has, but only for 3 nights because that’s her weird rule she has in her tiny, stripey head.

Will find some really good pics of Rosa Diaz ( hard to photograph as she’s tiny and rapid )and yes, they will be behind a spoiler

Ok found some images and I think I’ve done it right - my biggest apologies if it’s not and I’ll get the mods to sort it!

Spoiler: Danger Noodle / Snek /Snake pics

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ETA - thank duck that worked I was literally sweating waiting to see if it posted ok!!!

Eeeees she's so cute! I used to have a Spotted and a Darwin Coastal (both pythons) and I really miss them. I'd love a lizard one day as well, and I'd love to visit your house to see all the critters.
Do you play with the tarantulas? Sorry for the over excited post, I love exotic pets and wish I could have some.
This is the tiniest reptile ever, featu my bro's thumb.
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[StewPots]

Eeeees she's so cute! I used to have a Spotted and a Darwin Coastal (both pythons) and I really miss them. I'd love a lizard one day as well, and I'd love to visit your house to see all the critters.
Do you play with the tarantulas? Sorry for the over excited post, I love exotic pets and wish I could have some.
This is the tiniest reptile ever, featu my bro's thumb.
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Aww that’s ok Maine I like that people are interested as most people’s gut reaction is to go “Urrgh”

With the tarantulas, not yet as they are too small. They came from a facility that was shutting down - sadly the zoo didn’t want them as they have a full cache of spooders so we took them in. They’re growing well though - one is electric blue but with bits of Green through him as well. Another is striped ( think it’s called a pumpkin patch but not sure ) and the other is just like a dark brown fluff. I always forget their type tbh. Fascinating creatures. When we spray them, I like them “drinking” off the glass.
They eat tiny brown crickets for anyone interested.

The two lizards eat some fruits, waxworms, morio worms and locusts ( which I legit hate and don’t like to handle if I’m on feeding duty I will leave a box of locusts open in the middle of each tank, let loads jump out the box, put the lid on again quick as I can And put it away as quick as I can - partner always watches like this…

The lizards don’t eat much fresh produce though - as I say both were rescues and I don’t think they got given a varied diet as juveniles. The Bearded Dragon ( Liz, after the Queen, as she’s an old lady in dragon years and very stateswoman like ) has deformed feet which can be a sign of malnourishment in lizards

So to counteract that, the worms etc are fed a diet of leafy greens, fruits etc then coated with calci dust so at least they are getting the right level of nutrients that way.
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Spoiler: Pictures of Liz & Yoshi (Chameleon)